Job Opening
Market Manager: Savage Community Farmers Market
Position Overview:
Located in Southeastern Howard County, Savage is a vibrant historic mill town. In 2024, community residents founded a new farmers market on Baldwin Common, a beautiful County park in the center of the walkable neighborhood. The Committee overseeing the Savage Community Farmers Market is seeking a Market Manager for the 2025 season. The Market takes place from 4-7 pm on Wednesdays from May 28 to September 24, 2025. This part-time, seasonal position runs during the Market season (with possible off-season duties), requiring up to 10 hours per week. The total contracted hours for the season will not exceed 220 hours.
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Responsibilities:
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Market Operations:
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Prepare the market site and coordinate set-up with vendors, food trucks and volunteers.
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Orient community partners and buskers to their locations.
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Assist with vendor issues and ensure smooth market operation.
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Document any issues to convey to the committee.
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Oversee market teardown with volunteer help and ensure the market site is clean.
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Vendor & Customer Engagement:
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Ensure vendors are supported and resolve any issues that arise.
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Oversee vendors, food trucks and community partners to ensure compliance with ordinances and market rules.
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Administer a friendly, safe, healthy,and orderly market environment.
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Record customer counts each hour and respond to market-related inquiries.
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Volunteer Management:
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Manage volunteers for set-up, Information Booth staffing, and market breakdown.
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Market Reporting & Communication:
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Submit weekly reports to the Committee on market operations, customer feedback, vendor issues, and sales.
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Collaborate with the Committee on social media and promotional efforts.
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Required Qualifications:
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Experience in market management, event coordination, or related fields.
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Passion for local food and community-building.
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Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
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Friendly yet assertive demeanor.
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Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.
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Comfortable with Google Drive and basic data entry.
Compensation & Hours:
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Compensation: $20 per hour
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Total Hours: 220 hours for the season (including off-season tasks in early May and October)
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Schedule: Flexible, with up to 10 hours per week during the market season.
How to Apply:
To apply, send your resume and cover letter to savagefarmersmarket@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you and having you contribute to the success of our market!
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Deadline to apply: February 28, 2025
The Committee for the Savage Community Farmers Market
We are an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.